Classification of Breeds of Sheep. 269 



nose is black and the eye prominent. Black spots, 

 which are not objectionable, are often found on 

 the ears. The ears are carried more erect than 

 those of any other breed. The legs are fine-boned. 

 The front legs are round, the hind legs are flat. 

 The hoofs are black. The wool grows up close to 

 the ears, forming a high crest, but from there on 

 forward to the head and face no wool, only hair, 

 should be seen. There should be no mixture of 

 red hairs on the head, ears, or legs of the Cheviot. 

 The rams are allowed to have horns not exceeding 

 one inch in length. 



